Fr. John Chrzan, Associate Pastor at St. Paul of the Cross, will tell us how it was that he became a priest. Hear his story from commercial lending officer to parish priest working out his own salvation while ministering to others. Hear how the words of others can help us discern our own faith path. Hear what he most enjoys about the priesthood.

Dr. Dan Hogan began his dental practice with outreach principles he has carried throughout the years. Hear challenges to some practices that Dan overcomes thru his Catholic faith. Gain a deeper understanding of dental health in relation to total body health.

Mary Kay O’Rourke, deceased, was Principal of an inner-city grade school, St. Angela, with record enrollment growth. Hear her own and other’s stories about families that sacrifice for their education. Hear life changing family dynamics in a setting of discipline, yet inspired by God’s unconditional love for us and by extension to those we serve. While living she sought providential growth for St. Angela’s.

Dr. Paul Meyer, a parish-wide Family Practice Medical Doctor, will share a real life example of his work including end of life issues. Hear his holistic -mind, body, and spirit- approach to medicine. Hear how we all can benefit from commitment to community through faith, family, and friends.

Mary Kowal will speak on faith as a bridge. Hear how her faith helped her care for her late husband, Bob. Inspired by the Little Flower, hear how her faith leads her as a volunteer to daily small works of charity.